Designating Wednesday, March 4, 2009, as "Social Work Day" at the
Legislature.

Whereas, Social workers have the right education and
experience to guide individuals, families and communities through
complex issues and choices; and
Whereas, Social workers connect individuals, families and
communities to available resources; and
Whereas, Social workers are dedicated to improving the society
in which we live and are positive and compassionate professionals;
and
Whereas, Social workers stand up for others to make sure
everyone has access to the same basic rights, protection and
opportunities; and
Whereas, Social workers are advocates for children and others
who are vulnerable in our society. They have been a driving force
behind important social movements at home and abroad; and
Whereas, Social work is an essential but dangerous profession,
as evidence by the untimely death of Brenda Lee Yeager of Hamlin,
Lincoln County, a social worker who was killed on July 30, 2008; therefore, be itResolved by the Senate:That the Senate hereby designates Wednesday, March 4, 2009, as
"Social Work Day" at the Legislature; and, be itFurther Resolved, The Senate hereby recognizes the dedication
and commitment of social workers to our communities throughout our
great state; and, be itFurther Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward
a copy of this resolution to the appropriate representatives
celebrating Social Work Day.